Rule 3772-74-03 | Construction.
(A) The provisions of Chapter 3772-74 of the Administrative Code shall be construed in accordance with generally accepted principles of statutory construction, including those set forth in agency 3772 of the Administrative Code.
(B) In the interpretation of any provisions of Chapter 3772-74 of the Administrative Code, any ambiguity shall be resolved in favor of the interpretation that would provide:
(1) The greater assurance of integrity in either the operation or regulation of fantasy contests; or
(2) Heightened public confidence in the regulation or regulatory processes relating to fantasy contests.
(C) Nothing contained in Chapter 3772-74 of the Administrative Code shall be construed to limit the powers and duties of the commission as provided in division (L) of section 3772.03 or Chapter 3774. of the Revised Code or to conflict with any provision thereof or of any other law.
(D) If any provision of Chapter 3772-74 of the Administrative Code is held invalid, that holding shall not be construed to invalidate any other provision of the rules.
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